DC Bandipora holds public outreach program at far-flung Athwatoo

Listens to public grievances, directs for timely response

BANDIPORA, JANUARY 14: In order to bridge the gap between administration and public, the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Shakeel Ur Rehman Rather, Sunday held a public outreach programme at the far-flung Athwatoo area of Bandipora district. 

The programme was organised to address the grievances of the local populace and ensure timely resolution of their issues.

The Deputy Commissioner was accompanied by the senior officers of district administration, including Executive Engineers, tehsildar Bandipora, BDO concerned, DFO Bandipora besides other concerned officials and officers.

The DC interacted with a large gathering of villagers, gave patient hearing to their concerns and issues. Residents raised various matters pertaining to basic amenities like drinking water supply, road connectivity, healthcare facilities, education infrastructure, mobile network connectivity, and livelihood opportunities.

Taking cognizance of the grievances, DC assured the villagers of prompt action and directed the concerned officials to prepare a comprehensive action plan for addressing their issues on a priority basis. 

He emphasized the importance of inter-departmental coordination and stressed upon the need for timely completion of ongoing developmental projects in the area.

On the occasion, the DC took stock of different facilities being provided to the people, including land passbooks and inheritance mutations, Ayushman Bharat Sehat Cards besides other common facilities.

On the occasion, Tehsildar Bandipora was directed to complete the process of issuance of pending Land Passbooks and attestation of Inheritance Mutations in a week’s time positively.

He also directed the concerned BDO to examine all issues regarding RDD including PMAY and developmental demands for necessary consideration in upcoming plans as per merits.

Shakeel Ur Rehman said that sincere efforts to connect with the people, understand their concerns, and work towards finding solutions are in fact the priority of district administration. 

He further added, that the administration is committed to ensuring equitable development across all regions of Bandipora, and the Athwatoo area will receive due attention in terms of infrastructure development and provision of basic amenities.

The public outreach program was well-received by the villagers, who appreciated the initiative of DC Bandipora to visit their remote area and address their concerns firsthand.

Subsequently, the DC conducted extensive tour of the area and inspected the tourism infrastructure within the region and emphasized on promotion of tourism in an eco-friendly and sustainable manner.